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The United Nations has declared 2025 as the International Year of Glaciers ’ Preservation, emphasizing the urgent need to protect these ice masses. The initiative, led by UNESCO and the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), aims to raise global awareness about glaciers’ role in sustaining ecosystems, regulating climate, and supporting human livelihoods . The rapid melting of glaciers due to climate change severely threatens water security, biodiversity, and disaster resilience, making conservation efforts more crucial than ever. Source: https://wmo.int/topics/cryosphere/launch-of-website-international-year-of-glaciers-preservation-2025 Glaciers store 70% of the world’s freshwater and provide a lifeline to over two billion people relying on them for drinking water, agriculture, and hydropower . However, the accelerating rate of glacier retreat has disrupted these vital resources. In, 2023 glaciers recorded the highest mass loss in five decades, with all glaciated regions reporting ...

On January 29, 2025, at 6:23 AM IST, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched its 100th mission from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. The Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV-F15) carried the NVS-02 navigation satellite into a Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO) , marking a major milestone in India's space journey and technological advancements. This achievement highlights the ISRO’s dedication to pushing the boundaries of space exploration. Source: https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/isros-100th-mission-from-sriharikota-takes-off-101738175254272.html The Navigation with Indian Constellation (NavIC) system in India has benefited greatly from the addition of the NVS-02 satellite. Designed to provide precise position, velocity, and timing information, NavIC enhances India's self-reliant navigation capabilities, covering the country and regions extending up to 1,500 kilometres beyond its borders. This impr...